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Knee pain treatment in New York City

Chronic knee pain, stiffness, or swelling that's limiting your mobility? If you're searching for a knee pain specialist near you in NYC, Hudson Medical's board-certified pain specialists treat the structural cause — not just the pain. Most patients avoid surgery entirely.

  • Same-day appointments at 281 Broadway
  • Most major insurance accepted
  • Ultrasound-guided procedures
  • Board-certified pain specialists
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Our knee pain care is right for you
if you have:

Pain that won't quit
Knee pain lasting more than 6 weeks that hasn't improved with rest or physical therapy
Stiffness and swelling
Knee stiffness or swelling that limits walking, climbing stairs, or daily activities
Told you need surgery
Been told you need a knee replacement but want to explore non-surgical options first
Want to stay active
A desire to return to exercise, sport, or an active life without surgery or daily medication
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Why knee pain persists

Most knee pain treatment manages the symptom — not the structural cause

Knee pain is one of the most common reasons adults seek medical care — yet most patients cycle through RICE protocol, physical therapy, and oral anti-inflammatories without lasting relief. When the underlying structural damage isn't addressed directly, the pain comes back.

  • Physical therapy builds strength but can't repair cartilage, tendons, or joint damage
  • Oral anti-inflammatories reduce swelling without addressing the underlying deterioration
  • Many patients are told they need a knee replacement — often years too early
  • Regenerative and interventional options can delay or avoid surgery entirely

Our approach: ultrasound and fluoroscopic guidance delivers treatment precisely to the joint, tendon, or nerve driving your pain, with an accuracy blind injections can’t match.

Symptoms & causes

What's really driving your knee pain?

The same symptoms can have completely different structural causes. Finding the specific driver is the difference between treatment that works and treatment that doesn’t.

How we treat knee pain

Interventional treatments at Hudson Medical

Minimally invasive procedures targeting the exact source of knee pain, at our Lower Manhattan clinic.

Regenerative

PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy

Growth factors from your own blood injected into the knee joint, tendons, or ligaments to support tissue repair at a cellular level. Highly effective for osteoarthritis, meniscus tears, and tendinopathy.

Results over 4–8 weeks with continued improvement over 3–6 months
Covered by insurance

Viscosupplementation

Hyaluronic acid injections that lubricate the knee joint and reduce friction — restoring the natural cushioning lost in osteoarthritis. Results over 3–5 weeks, lasting 6 months or longer. Covered by most insurance for knee OA.

Performed under image guidance at 281 Broadway
Fast-acting

Cortisone injections

Anti-inflammatory corticosteroid injections directly into the knee joint or specific bursae — providing rapid relief for inflammation, swelling, and acute flares. Relief within 3–5 days. Performed under ultrasound guidance for precise placement.

Performed under image guidance at 281 Broadway
6–12 months relief

Genicular nerve ablation

Radiofrequency energy used to disrupt the sensory nerves supplying the knee joint — providing lasting pain relief for 6 to 12 months without injections into the joint itself. Particularly effective for knee osteoarthritis and post-surgical knee pain.

Performed under image guidance at 281 Broadway
Diagnostic + therapeutic

Genicular nerve blocks

Targeted injections to the genicular nerves — both diagnostic (confirming the pain source) and therapeutic. Often used before nerve ablation to confirm candidacy and provide immediate relief.

Performed under image guidance at 281 Broadway

Not sure which is right for you?

Your first visit pinpoints the source, then your specialist recommends a plan. No referral required.

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What to expect at Hudson Medical

Our knee pain protocol

A thorough, whole-joint approach — identifying exactly what's causing your knee pain before recommending any treatment. No guesswork. No rushed appointments.

Book your consultation

Same-day appointments at 281 Broadway in Lower Manhattan. No referral required.

45–60 minute first visit

Full history, physical exam, and review of any prior X-ray or MRI results.

Precise structural diagnosis

We identify the exact structure — cartilage, tendon, ligament, bursa, or nerve — driving your knee pain.

Your personalized treatment plan

PRP, viscosupplementation, cortisone, or genicular nerve ablation — tailored to your diagnosis, activity level, and goals.
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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Questions we hear most from patients searching for knee pain treatment in New York City — Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx.

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Can knee pain be treated without surgery?
Yes — the majority of chronic knee pain patients can be treated effectively without surgery. PRP therapy, viscosupplementation, and genicular nerve ablation provide significant and lasting relief for most patients with osteoarthritis, tendinopathy, and other knee conditions. At Hudson Medical in New York City, we pursue the most conservative effective approach first. Many patients who have been told they need a knee replacement find meaningful relief through these treatments and delay or avoid surgery entirely.
What is genicular nerve ablation and how does it work?
Genicular nerve ablation uses radiofrequency energy to disrupt the sensory nerves that transmit pain signals from the knee joint to the brain — providing lasting pain relief for 6 to 12 months without surgery or injections into the joint itself. It is highly effective for knee osteoarthritis and patients with ongoing pain after knee replacement surgery. A genicular nerve block is typically performed first to confirm candidacy.
Is PRP better than cortisone for knee pain?
It depends on your goals and the stage of your condition. Cortisone injections provide faster, more immediate relief — typically within 3 to 5 days — and are appropriate for acute inflammation. PRP takes longer (4 to 8 weeks) but supports actual tissue repair and has been shown to provide longer-lasting results, particularly for osteoarthritis and tendinopathy. Many patients benefit from a strategic combination of both. We discuss the options at your first appointment.
Is knee pain treatment covered by insurance?
Most major insurance plans cover diagnostic evaluations, cortisone injections, viscosupplementation, and genicular nerve blocks and ablation for knee pain. Coverage for PRP varies by plan. Hudson Medical verifies your specific coverage before your appointment — no surprises.
How long does knee pain treatment take to work?
Cortisone injections typically provide relief within 3 to 5 days. Viscosupplementation shows results over 3 to 5 weeks. PRP therapy shows results over 4 to 8 weeks with continued improvement over 3 to 6 months. Genicular nerve ablation takes 2 to 3 weeks to reach full effect and can last 6 to 12 months. We set clear, realistic timelines at your first appointment.
Where is Hudson Medical located in NYC?
Hudson Medical is at 281 Broadway, New York, NY 10007 in Lower Manhattan — accessible by subway from Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and surrounding areas. Same-day appointments are frequently available. No referral required.

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Same-day appointments at 281 Broadway, Lower Manhattan. Board-certified pain specialists. Most major insurance accepted.

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